About Princes Park

Princes Park is located in the L8 3 postcode area of Merseyside, England. This public park covers approximately 40 acres and features a range of landscapes, including open grass areas and mature trees. Designed in the 1840s by the renowned landscape architect Joseph Paxton, it offers a pleasant space for both relaxation and recreation. The park is home to a large ornamental lake, which attracts various bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers. Visitors can enjoy numerous walking paths and open spaces suitable for picnics or casual gatherings. There are also facilities for sports, including tennis courts and a children's play area. The park is easily accessible and provides a welcoming environment for families, joggers, and dog walkers alike. Overall, Princes Park serves as a valuable green space for the local community and those looking to enjoy some outdoor time.

School Ratings in Princes Park

Families in Princes Park have access to 316 local schools. Granby Children's Centre and Abercromby Nursery School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Princes Park

Homes sell for an average of £151K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £135K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Princes Park

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Drugs is the leading concern across Princes Park, with 386 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Princes Park

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Princes Park within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Princes Park

Princes Park benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,613 sales

Average Price £151K
£225 — £5.5M
Detached £348K 25
Semi £189K 227
Terraced £127K 1,403
Flat £135K 1,754

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

172 Primary
42 Secondary
102 Other
St Silas Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.2 miles The Belvedere Preparatory School Good 0.3 miles The Belvedere Academy Secondary 0.3 miles Kingsley Community School Primary Good 0.3 miles Granby Children's Centre Outstanding 0.4 miles Princes School Outstanding 0.5 miles Windsor Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Bellerive FCJ Catholic College Secondary Good 0.6 miles St Finbar's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Hilda's Church of England High School Secondary Good 0.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Princes Park IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Princes Park experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
2/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
1/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
4/10
8,956 Children (0-15) 15%
43,004 Working Age 74%
7,783 Older (60+) 13%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 65% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 59.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Princes Park 2,174 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Princes Park are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

667 Violence & Sexual Offences
386 Drugs
244 Shoplifting
188 Public Order
166 Anti-Social Behaviour
159 Other Theft
122 Criminal Damage & Arson
71 Vehicle Crime
51 Burglary
32 Theft from Person
31 Other Crime
30 Robbery
15 Weapons
12 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Brunswick Train Station 0.9 miles
Edge Hill Train Station 1.2 miles
Liverpool Central Train Station 1.4 miles
Liverpool Lime Street Train Station 1.6 miles
Liverpool James Street Train Station 1.8 miles
Mossley Hill Train Station 1.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Toxteth 0.6 miles Dingle 0.6 miles Edge Hill 0.6 miles St Michael's Hamlet 1.2 miles Mossley Hill 1.4 miles Wavertree 1.4 miles Aigburth 1.8 miles Kensington 1.9 miles Otterspool 2 miles Fairfield 2 miles Liverpool 2 miles New Ferry 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Liverpool
Ward Greenbank
Constituency Liverpool, Riverside
Parish Liverpool, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in L8 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Court 2 Adele Thompson Drive 1 Admiral Grove 1 Admiral Street 2 Aigburth Drive 1 Alex Close 1 Alexander Way 1 Alt Street 1 Althorp Street 1 Amity Street 1 Arnold Crescent 1 Arundel Close 1 Asbridge Street 3 Ashwell Street 1 Askham Close 2 Aspen Grove 3 Atterbury Street 1 Back Canning Street 2 Back Egerton Street 1 Back Egerton Street South 1 Back Falkner Street South 1 Back Percy Street 1 Back Windsor View 1 Badminton Street 1 Barkiss Close 2 Baysdale Close 1 Beaconsfield Street 2 Beaufort Street 1 Beaumont Street 8 Bedstone Close 1

Postcodes in L8 50 shown View all postcodes

L8 0AB L8 0HA L8 0PA L8 0PY L8 0PZ L8 0QB L8 0QD L8 0QE L8 0QF L8 0QG L8 0QH L8 0QL L8 0QN L8 0QP L8 0QQ L8 0QR L8 0QS L8 0QT L8 0QU L8 0QW L8 0QX L8 0QY L8 0QZ L8 0RA L8 0RB L8 0RD L8 0RE L8 0RF L8 0RG L8 0RH L8 0RJ L8 0RL L8 0RN L8 0RP L8 0RQ L8 0RR L8 0RS L8 0RT L8 0RU L8 0RW L8 0RX L8 0RY L8 0RZ L8 0SA L8 0SD L8 0SE L8 0SF L8 0SG L8 0SH L8 0SJ